🏆 Strongman — Kings of Strength
Strongman (strongmen) competitions are an extreme strength sport in which athletes lift enormous weights, pull trucks, carry stones and perform other incredible feats of strength.
The World's Strongest Man (WSM) tournament has been held since 1977 and is considered the most prestigious strength sport event in the world.
👑 WSM Champions — Legends of Strength
| Athlete | Country | Titles | Active Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariusz Pudzianowski | Poland | 5× WSM | 2000–2009 |
| Žydrūnas Savickas | Lithuania | 4× WSM | 1998–2022 |
| Brian Shaw | USA | 4× WSM | 2005–2023 |
| Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson | Iceland | 1× WSM | 2010–2020 |
| Mitchell Hooper | Canada | 1× WSM | 2022–present |
🏋️ Incredible Strength Records
| Event | Record | Athlete | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deadlift (standard) | 501 kg | Hafþór Björnsson | 2020 |
| Deadlift (with belts) | 537.5 kg | Trey Mitchell / Danny Grigsby | 2022–2023 |
| Bench Press (equipped) | 635 kg | Jimmy Kolb | 2023 |
| Squat (raw) | 490 kg | Vladislav Alhazov | 2018 |
| Log Lift | 230 kg | Cheick Sanou | 2023 |
| Atlas Stones | 286 kg | Tom Stoltman | 2023 |
🇱🇹 Lithuanian Strength Legend — Žydrūnas Savickas
Žydrūnas Savickas, known as "Big Z", is one of the most decorated strongman athletes in history. He won 4 WSM titles (2009, 2010, 2012, 2014), 8 Arnold Strongman Classic titles and dozens of other international competitions.
In 2015, Savickas achieved a 524 kg deadlift record, and in 2014 — a 228 kg log lift record. His career lasted more than 20 years, and he is considered one of the greatest strength athletes of all time.
🔧 How Do Strongmen Train?
- Foundation — basic exercises: deadlift, squat, bench press with enormous weights.
- Specific strongman exercises: log press, atlas stones, yoke walk, farmer's walk, truck pull.
- Diet: 6000–10000+ calories per day, 300–400g protein, huge amounts of carbohydrates.
- Recovery: 8–10 hours of sleep, cryotherapy, massages, active rest.
- Mindset: Iron discipline, visualization, the ability to endure pain.
🛒 Sports Supplements for Your Goals
Whatever your sport or record — proper nutrition and supplements help you achieve more. Choose the ones that suit you best: